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2021 Map of Benton

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Benton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Suwannee River carves a winding path along the boundary between Hamilton and Columbia counties, anchoring a landscape defined by expansive wetlands and watercourses. This contemporary survey highlights the settlement of Benton, situated near the northern edge of the quadrangle. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of swampy basins and creeks, including Roaring Creek, Sandlin Bay, and River Swamp.

Historically significant for its timber and early travel routes, the area is crisscrossed by roads that speak to its rural heritage, such as Eightmile Still Rd and Fivemile Still Rd, likely referencing old distillery or turpentine sites. For those interested in the natural topography of North Florida, the map traces the Upper Suwannee River Trl as it follows the river's bends, while isolated water bodies like Brown Lake and Hooker Bay punctuate the pine-dominated lowlands.